Welcome to St Stephens By Launceston Rural Parish Council website
Langore * Truscott * Dutson
Ordinary Parish Council meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month at Langore Village Hall at 7.30pm. Time and date may occasionally change, please see the Agenda page here.
Our Parish Council Meetings are now being recorded by video. The video recordings of past meetings can be found on the website here.
Bus Timetable for Cornwall
The current Bus Timetable that covers the whole of Cornwall can be found by following this link.
Latest News
- Cornwall Council Winter Wellbeing Initiative
As the colder months approach, many households face the challenges of rising living costs, keeping homes warm, and maintaining health and wellbeing. To help residents navigate the season safely, Cornwall Council—alongside local health and community partners—has launched its comprehensive Winter Wellbeing initiative.
The campaign provides essential resources, practical advice, and vital support networks for individuals, families, and anyone who might need a little extra help staying healthy and comfortable during the winter months.
What’s Included in the Winter Wellbeing Initiative?
- Help with Home Heating & Energy: Guidance on accessing heating and insulation grants, managing energy bills, and combatting damp or cold conditions. Free and independent home energy advice is also available via partners like Community Energy Plus
- Health and Immunisations: Information on staying protected against seasonal illnesses, including guidance on flu and COVID-19 vaccinations.
- Financial and Practical Support: Access to local welfare schemes, council tax relief, grants, and advice on navigating cost-of-living pressures.
- Community Connections: Details on local warm spaces, community groups, and mental health support services available across Cornwall to combat loneliness and isolation during the winter months.
Whether you are looking for practical tips to make your home more energy-efficient or want to find out what support services are active in your area, the Winter Wellbeing campaign serves as a centralised hub for all the essential guidance you need.
You can explore the full details, guidelines, and access all the resources directly on the Cornwall Council Winter Wellbeing Page.
- Notice of Casual Vacancy: Office of Parish Councillor
Notice is hereby give pursuant to Section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972 that, following the resignation of Jamie Ranson, a casual vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor for the St Stephens by Launceston Rural Parish Council.
Requesting an Election
If by 21 October, 2026 (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Good Friday, and Bank Holidays) a request for an election to fill the said vacancy is made in writing (by hand or post) to the Proper Officer at the address below by TEN electors for the said Parish, an election will be held to fill the said vacancy.
Otherwise, the vacancy will be filled by co-option.
If an election is called, it will take place no later than 23 December, 2026.
Address for Notices & Written Requests
Proper Officer
Electoral Services
County Hall
Treyew Road
Truro
TR1 3AY
Dated: 1 October, 2026
About The Parish
St Stephen by Launceston Rural Parish is a civil parish in the east of Cornwall. The former parish of St Stephen by Launceston was abolished in 1894. St Stephen by Launceston Urban became part of Launceston Town and includes the 13th Century Church of St Stephen. St Stephen by Launceston Rural Parish surrounds the town of Launceston on three sides. It stretches from the River Tamar on the Devon border in the east to Egloskerry in the west. It is bounded to the north by Werrington and North Petherwin, and to the south by Lawhitton and St Thomas.
The Parish includes the designated Area of Great Landscape Value based on the Kensey Valley and the Parish Council has land designated as Village Greens in Langore and Truscott. Truscott Ponds and verges south of the pond are planted and maintained by the Parish Council to conserve and increase biodiversity.
The Parish is essentially rural but has a thriving retail outlet at Homeleigh in the Dutson area to the east. In 2016, there were approximately 166 households in the rural parish and the population at the 2011 Census was 360.
St Stephens by Launceston Rural Parish Map
Please click or tap on the slideshow above to view the full-size images.
You can also view the map of the parish on Google Maps.
Neighbourhood Plan Documents